Sans Normal Efmew 5 is a light, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: editorial, branding, ui labels, presentations, packaging, clean, modern, airy, approachable, readable italic, modern utility, subtle emphasis, clean tone, rounded, monoline, oblique, open apertures, humanist.
A slanted, monoline sans with rounded, gently elliptical curves and open counters. The letterforms show a consistent oblique angle and smooth stroke endings, with minimal modulation and a restrained, contemporary geometry. Capitals are straightforward and uncluttered, while the lowercase includes a single-storey “g” and a simple, readable “a,” supporting a fluid, continuous rhythm in text. Numerals follow the same clean construction, with soft curves and a uniform stroke presence.
Well-suited for editorial typography, pull quotes, and brand systems that need a contemporary italic voice with good readability. It can also work for interface labels, product packaging, and presentations where a clean, slanted sans can add emphasis while keeping a tidy, modern texture.
The overall tone feels modern and calm, with an airy, unobtrusive voice. Its slant adds motion and emphasis without becoming dramatic, giving it an editorial, forward-leaning energy that still reads as friendly and accessible.
The font appears designed to provide a crisp, modern italic companion that stays neutral and readable, using rounded geometry and open forms to maintain clarity in continuous text while offering a subtle sense of speed and direction.
The design relies on open shapes and rounded joins, which helps maintain clarity in paragraphs and avoids harsh corners. The italic angle is steady across the set, and the spacing appears even, producing a smooth texture in running text.